Novosibirsk scientists have created unique bandages based on modified chitosan, which is derived from crustacean chitin. According to Ekaterina Litvinova, head of the research group, these materials promote rapid wound healing and have no analogues in terms of their characteristics.
Chitosan with a modified structure is a material resembling a sponge with pores. Thanks to its characteristics, this bandage is securely fixed to the skin, and medicinal substances are released gradually.
Usually, chitosan is used as an additive to bandages; our modification allows us to make bandages from such a gel.
In addition, the gel retains its structure and slowly degrades.
Such bandages not only prevent blood loss but also have a disinfecting effect, which makes them attractive for use even in dentistry, especially during implant placement surgeries.
It is noteworthy that the dry components of these materials are easily stored, making them convenient for use in the field.
Earlier, www1.ru reported that Russian scientists have patented a new active spine module for an exoskeleton. The innovative design allows the spine module to be adapted to individual characteristics of people by changing the position of the vertebrae, without restricting their movements.
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